1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
